Infra-Flex
Modular Infrared Wrap
Product Overview:
-
MULTIPLE SETTINGS: Heating wrap features 3 temperature settings to provide optimal comfort and pain relief
-
MULTI-USE PAIN RELIEF: Customize heating pad to relieve aches and pains in shoulders, back, legs, ankles, wrists, and elbows
-
USB CONNECTION: Convenient USB plug connects to a power source of your choice
-
ADJUSTABLE SIZE: Hook & loop extension can expand to fit up to a 44" waist
-
INCLUDES: USB control, heating pad, USB plug, big brace, hook and loop extension, small brace.
Company: Jobar International
Brand: North American Wellness
Product Listing: Infra-Flex
Role: Product design and development, Technical drawings, Factory communication, Project Managing
.png)
.png)
Infra-Flex
Features
This wrap can be used around the waist when fully assembled. If a consumer would like to use it on smaller areas of the body such as the wrist or ankle the infrared pouch can be removed and placed in the smaller fabric wraps.
Modular Design
Use the smaller fabric pieces in combination with the infrared wrap to fit wrists and ankles.
Remote Control
Cycle between 3 different temperature settings using a remote.
Product Dimensions
Prototyping & Evaluation
I made an initial mock-up to determine the overall length that would fit most people. I had several people ranging from 120 - 300lbs test this. As a result, it was decided that a length of 40 - 46" would be enough to fit most people around the waist and shoulders comfortably.
Temperature Testing
I constructed a foamcore mount to hold a temperature gauge in place while taking readings every 5 minutes. The maximum current passing between the positive and negative terminals of the heating pad were recorded. The readings were taken at the three heat settings at the maximum time. Item draws a maximum of 1.872 Amps at the highest temperature setting running off USB 2.1A adapter indicating that there is more headroom to increase temperature if needed.